05 April 2026
17 Shawwal 1447

Namaj

ADHAN

IQAMAH

Fajr

04:49 AM

05:09 AM

Sunrise

06:58 AM

Dhuhr

01:39 PM

01:49 PM

Asr

05:15 PM

05:25 PM

Maghrib

08:19 PM

08:24 PM

Isha

09:52 PM

10:02 PM

Jumu'ah at Al Rashid

01:45 PM

Jumu'ah at ARCA

02:00 PM

Campaign Overview: Lighting the Legacy

Lighting the Legacy is a visionary marketing and community development campaign launched by the Al Rashid community in Edmonton, Alberta. Building on a century of achievement, including founding the first mosque in Canada, this initiative aims to establish a sustainable, holistic framework for the Muslim community’s growth over the next decade. The campaign’s core philosophy is to support every community member along their “continuum of life,” shifting the focus from just building structures to investing in people.
The Five Pillars of Growth
The campaign is structured around five strategic pillars designed to meet the diverse needs of a growing population:
Religion

Nurturing spiritual growth through the Al Rashid Grand Mosque, which focuses on training North American-born religious scholars.

Education
Promoting lifelong learning, from early childhood development to the expansion of the Edmonton Islamic Academy and specialized academic scholarships.
Health and Wellness
Establishing facilities tailored to the community, including a Recreation Centre (with a pool and soccer pitch) and a Wellness & Living Centre for seniors.
Culture Centre
Enhancing the Muslim contribution to Canadian life through an Outreach Centre, a public museum, and a bookstore.
Endowment (Waqf)
Ensuring long-term sustainability by building an endowment fund where principal donations remain intact while investment income supports ongoing programs.

Join the Movement: "Be a Spark!"

The campaign calls upon 3,000 leaders to become “Sparks” by committing to ongoing monthly contributions. These donations directly fund the development of the five pillars, creating a lasting legacy for future generations.

Donor Benefits include:

Naming Rights

Recognition through naming rights for buildings and rooms.

Community Recognition

Acknowledgement across websites, social media, and print.

Tax Benefits

All donations are fully tax-deductible.

Lasting Legacy

Be a part of building the future

Looking Ahead

Lighting the Legacy supports the long-term vision of projects such as:

Together, these projects represent a future built with intention, care, and faith.